Overview
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat conditions of the esophagus stomach liver pancreas and intestines and perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.
Clinical Practice
Care includes management of inflammatory bowel disease liver disease gastrointestinal bleeding and colorectal cancer screening.
Procedures and Tools
Common procedures include upper endoscopy colonoscopy ERCP and endoscopic ultrasound with emphasis on procedural safety and sedation.
Training and Roles
Gastroenterologists complete internal medicine residency and fellowship training in endoscopy and hepatology when applicable.